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- Anti-Stigma Poster (Know me as a person not by my mental illness) (OEL99-0001)
Poster
This 17.5 x 23.5 inch color poster conveys the message: "Know me as a person, not by my mental illness. We are your friends, neighbors, and family. We improve and recover. We are major contributors to American life. We deserve dignity and respect." Includes contact information for the National
Mental Health Information Center: 800-789-2647 or www.mentalhealth.samhsa.gov. 1999.
- Anti-Stigma: Do You Know the Facts? (OEL99-0004)
Fact Sheet
This fact sheet defines and describes stigma. It includes suggestions for encouraging the use of positive images when referring to people with mental illness. 1999. 2pp.
- Before You Label People, Look at Their Contents (SMA96-3118)
Pamphlet
This brochure explains how stigma affects the lives of people with mental illness and what steps can be taken to end it. 1996.
- Campaign for Mental Health Recovery: CDC Health Styles report What a Difference a Friend Makes (SMA07-4257)
Fact Sheet
The 2006 HealthStyles Survey Short Report is a publication of SAMHSA’s National Anti-Stigma Campaign, “What a Difference a Friend Makes,” (www.whatadifference.samhsa.gov) and reports on the attitudes and beliefs of Americans aged 18-25 and the general public about mental illness, stigma associated with mental illnesses, and recovery from mental health problems.
- Challenging Stereotypes: An Action Guide (SMA01-3513)
Booklet
This guide offers ways to work with the media to provide accurate depictions of people with mental illness and their recovery. Includes sample letters and contact information for local and national media. 2001.
- Children's and Adolescent's Mental Health: A Glossary of Terms (CA-0005)
Fact Sheet
This glossary defines words frequently used when discussing the mental health needs of children. 1997. 4 pp.
- Choosing the Right Mental Health Therapist (KEN98-0046)
Fact Sheet
This fact sheet outlines 10 steps to finding the best therapist, based on an individual's mental health needs and circumstances. 1998. 3 pp.
- Conozca A Las Personas Antes De Juzgarlas (Before You Label People, Look at Their Contents ) (SMA96-3118SP)
Pamphlet
Es fácil juzgar a las personas sin saber quiénes son y por qué actúan de cierta forma, y el definirlos como el deprimido, esquizofrénico, maníaco o hiperactivo es "un estigma" altamente destructivo.
- Developing a Stigma Reduction Initiative w/CD (SMA06-4176)
Booklet
This kit offers guidance on how to implement an initiative, sample materials and templates to use in developing communication materials, tactics to enhance outreach efforts, and directories of resources for creating public education materials.
- Housing Options for People With Mental Illness (KEN98-0048)
Fact Sheet
This fact sheet describes housing options for people with mental illness, ranging from independent living to 24 hour assistance with all daily activities. 1998. 3 pp.
- How Do You Feel? Coloring Book\ Mental Health Stigma Reduction Activity (CA-0041)
Booklet
This coloring book provides a fun way to introduce the topic of mental health to young children. 2000. 8 pp.
- Information Center Bulletin, Vol. 3, No. 2 (SMA01-3512)
Article
This is a bulletin containing updates on what is occurring at the National Mental Health Information Center.
- Know Your Rights (KEN98-0051)
Fact Sheet
This fact sheet covers avenues to help individuals ensure legal protection for rights related to issues such as confidentiality and the benefits and risks of a certain treatment or procedure. 1998. 3 pp.
- Know Your Rights (Spanish Version)/Conozca Sus Derechos (KEN98-0051SP)
Hoja informativa
Esta hoja informativa tiene información sobre las maneras de
asegurar protección legal contra la discriminación en el trabajo, en la
vivienda, en los programas públicos y las instituciones residenciales,
incluyendo centros de tratamiento como los hospitales y servicios de
comunicación.
- Managed Care Glossary (MC98-70)
Fact Sheet
This fact sheet provides a list of terms and definitions that are used in the managed care environment.
- Mental Illness Is Not a Full-Time Job, 1996 (SMA96-3102)
Pamphlet
Like all workers, people with severe mental illnesses can benefit greatly from the security and self-sufficiency that come with stable and fulfilling employment.
- Mentally Healthy Aging: A Report on Overcoming Stigma for Older Americans (SMA05-3988)
Report
Mentally Healthy Aging A Report on Overcoming Stigma for Older Americans
- Resource Center To Address Discrimination and Stigma Associated With Mental Illness (ADS Center) (NMH03-0153)
Brochure
The Resource Center to Address Discrimination and Stigma Associated with Mental Illness (ADS Center) provides practical assistance to individuals, States, and public and private organizations in the design, implementation, and operation of programs and initiatives to reduce discrimination and stigma.
- Resource Center to Promote Acceptance, Dignity and Social Inclusion Associated with Mental Health SAMHSA's ADS Center (SMA08-4349)
The Resource Center to Address Discrimination and Stigma Associated with Mental Illness (ADS Center) provides practical assistance to individuals, States, and public and private organizations in the design, implementation, and operation of programs and initiatives to reduce discrimination and stigma.
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